caad 9 vs system six

shotojs78 · #1 08-07-2008, 12:04 PM

Hi, I know the difference between caad 9 and system six. But I can buy a used caad 9 (400 miles) = 500$ frame and fork

or a system six (1200 miles) 850$... just frame and fork... and I would like to know if I can see a big difference between these frames... the difference is 350$$, it's not huge.. but with 350$ I could buy a better wheelset..... ?? what do you think

Chris · #2 08-07-2008, 12:25 PM

I have had both and rode them both extensively one season. Used the CAAD for a training bike and the System6 for a race bike. The set up even down to wheels was identical. IMO the CAAD9 was/is the better bike. It is not overbuilt, does everything well and is more comfortable than the System6. I think the CAAD8/9/10 when it comes out, is the best race frame out there, especially when you figure in cost.

Fixed · #3 08-07-2008, 08:44 PM

get one of the best alum race bikes ever made or another carbon bike hmm
cheers

shotojs78 · #4 08-08-2008, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Fixed

get one of the best alum race bikes ever made or another carbon bike hmm
cheers

humm.. the caad is one of the best alum frame on the market and the system six is one of the best race frame on the market... ?????? right??

Chris · #5 08-08-2008, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by shotojs78

humm.. the caad is one of the best alum frame on the market and the system six is one of the best race frame on the market... ?????? right??

I would say no to the latter.

johnnymossville · #6 08-08-2008, 08:49 AM

I'm seriously considering a CAAD9 for myself to race next year. The price/performance is pretty much ideal for me. I haven't ridden any carbon Cannondales yet so can't help ya there.